Green Onion Beer Bread

• 3 cups flour
• 1 1/4 oz active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 12 oz bottle beer (we used Smithwicks)
• 1 bunch onions

optional add ins:

• 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• 1/2 cup fresh basil
• 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes
• red pepper flakes

Preheat oven to 400. Oil or spray a baking sheet. In a large bowl, stir together salt, pepper, paprika, cheese (if using), green onion, yeast and flour. Add the beer and stir until a dough forms. Shape into a round loaf and place on the greased baking sheet. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until the loaf is slightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Thanks to Rachel

Lunar Beer Bread

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
• 12 ounces beer, at room temperature

Mix all the dry ingredients. Add oil and beer. Stir until dough is just mixed. Put dough in a greased 9x5x3-inch loaf pan. Bake at 375° F for 45 minutes or until nicely browned. Remove from oven and let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes. Remove from pan to cool some more.

Thanks to Lunar Babe and Men's Health